Senior Staff Engineer - Remote, UK

Qualcomm; Remote; GBP 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor firm in London is looking for a Senior Staff Engineer to spearhead improvements in its open-source offerings. The role demands expertise in software development, particularly in C/C++ and embedded systems. Candidates should have a strong background in Linux kernel projects and experience mentoring. This position offers the chance to influence major open-source initiatives while requiring occasional global travel. Join this forward-thinking team and contribute to impactful technological advancements.

Qualifications

• Experience in Open source software development.
• Strong understanding of embedded software and Linux distributions.
• Excellent technical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Build scalable tooling for Open source distributions.
• Work on OSS initiatives to improve software quality.
• Represent the company at industry events.

Skills

Open source software development

C

C++

Assembly

Python

Go

Rust

Embedded software

Linux kernel

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Master's degree in Engineering or related field

PhD in Engineering or related field

Job description

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Company: Qualcomm Technologies International Ltd

Job Area: Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Engineering

Job Title: Senior Staff Engineer

General Summary

Are you ready to join a team that's shaping the future of technology? We are looking for experienced developers working in the open-source community to improve the quality and robustness of Qualcomm open source offerings and reputation in the community. You will be a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of the open source community, Linux and related open source projects and are comfortable working with a variety of hardware platforms. You will have a proven track record of delivering both engineering excellence, as well as hands‑on experience with upstream contributions to major Open Source projects. As Senior Staff Engineer, you will report to the Director of Open Source. You will find ways to improve the Linux kernel, Yocto/OE, Debian, security software and boot firmware on Qualcomm platforms and provide support as needed for customer applications of our platform technology. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on our business and contribute to our company's growth.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Build scalable tooling that allows Qualcomm to deliver common core software into a variety of Open source distributions
• Work with OSS & upstream initiatives within the Qualcomm Central Software Engineering (CSE) team to improve general software quality
• Represent the company at industry events and conferences
• Mentor and build expertise in the Foundries and Qualcomm OSS teams

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience in Open source software development
• Expertise in C, C++, Assembly and a high-level language such as Python, Go, Rust
• Proven track record of working upstream and downstream
• Strong understanding of embedded software, bootloaders, Linux kernel and distributions
• Excellent technical, communication and engineering management skills
• Ability to work cross-functionally with product and engineering teams
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent
• Willingness to travel globally as needed (likely several times per year)
• Experience working closely with or for a Linux Distribution

Desired Qualifications

• Multimedia: Audio, Video, Camera, Graphics, Display, Gstreamer
• Linux kernel: Peripherals, Buses, Interconnects, Scheduler, Thermal, Power
• Networking: Ethernet, WLAN, Bluetooth

Minimum Qualifications (Education & Experience)

• At least a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 6+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
• OR Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 5+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
• OR PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
• 3+ years of work experience with Programming Language such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc.

*References to a particular number of years experience are for indicative purposes only. Applications from candidates with equivalent experience will be considered, provided that the candidate can demonstrate an ability to fulfill the principal duties of the role and possesses the required competencies.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may e‑mail [e-mail] or call Qualcomm's toll‑free number. Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able participate in the hiring process.

Qualcomm expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to security and other requirements regarding protection of Company confidential information and other confidential and/or proprietary information, to the extent those requirements are permissible under applicable law.

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